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October 19th, 2016

Commercial Spaceflight Federation's Kudos Regarding Orbital ATK And NASA's Successful Launch


It's always good to be recognized and appreciated amongst an industry's peers. Kudos from The Commercial Spaceflight Federation regarding the successful launch of NASA and Orbktal ATK's Cygnus supply cargo vehicle to the ISS. 

Statement From The Commercial Spaceflight Federation

Washington, D.C.  –  “The Commercial Spaceflight Federation (CSF) congratulates Virginia’s Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport (MARS), Orbital ATK, and NASA, on the successful launch of the Antares rocket and Cygnus cargo vehicle to the International Space Station,” said Eric Stallmer, president of CSF. “It’s great to see ISS commercial resupply missions flying out of Virginia’s spaceport again, carrying commercial payloads for companies including NanoRacks and CASIS, all working together to expand the commercial space enterprise in low-Earth orbit.”

The Commercial Spaceflight Federation (CSF) represents the commercial spaceflight industry. Founded in 2006, CSF and its 70+ members are laying the foundation for a sustainable space economy and democratizing access to space for scientists, students, civilians, and businesses. Through the promotion of technology innovation, CSF is guiding the expansion of Earth's economic sphere, bolstering US leadership in aerospace, and inspiring America's next generation of engineers and explorers.

www.commercialspaceflight.org